B2 – Upper intermediate
The topics of euthanasia and assisted suicide get a lot of media attention. Only a few countries around the world permit assisted suicide and many other governments with laws against the practice prefer not to take the issue to court.
Read the article below to find out the stories of some people who are fighting for their right to die. Watch the short video of Brittany Maynard as well.
Should You Have the Right to Die?
Discuss:
1. What is your initial reaction to assisted suicide?
2. Should doctors help patients kill themselves?
3. Does your government have any laws related to this issue?